A look back at A&M and Bama coach Paul 'Bear' Bryant

November 8, 2012

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Students at the University of Kentucky welcome Paul "Bear" Bryant, the new football coach, on his arrival at the campus in Lexington, Jan. 18, 1946. Bryant, who came here from the University of Maryland, signed a five-year contract at an unannounced salary.

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Students at the University of Kentucky welcome Paul "Bear" Bryant, the new football coach, on his arrival at the campus in Lexington, Jan. 18, 1946. Bryant, who came here from the University of Maryland, signed a five-year contract at an unannounced salary.